{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Unashamed Unafraid","title":"EP 164: Matthew & Joanna's Story","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2634,"description":"Matthew and Joanna Raabsmith are clinicians, speakers, and authors of the book Building True Intimacy: Creating a Connection that Stands the Test of Time. They have over 20 years of combined experience in counseling, coaching, and guiding couples toward healing and transformation. Their mission is to help couples navigate the complexities of relational challenges, particularly in the aftermath of sexual addiction and betrayal trauma, fostering deep restoration and growth.\nSam and Chris interview Matthew and Joanna about their 12-year journey from personal crisis to professional careers helping couples recover from addiction and betrayal. The couple recounts their early struggles, how addiction and infidelity impacted their marriage, and the pivotal moments that set them on a path to recovery. They discuss the development of their intimacy framework, 'The Intimacy Pyramid,' which guides couples from honesty to a deeply connected relationship. The dialogue underscores the role of faith, the importance of mutual honesty and trust, and the hard work necessary for relational healing.\n*To connect with Matthew & Joanna, visit raabsmithteam.com\nFollow us on social media! Instagram, Facebook & TikTok\nSubscribe to our YouTube\nCheck out our recommended resources\nWant to rep the message? Shop our MERCH!  \nFor more inspiration, read our blog\nDo you have a story you are willing to share? Send us an email! contact@unashamedunafraid.com\n\n00:00 Introduction and Welcome\n01:03 Meet Matthew and Joanna\n01:20 The Journey of Recovery\n02:14 Early Marriage Struggles\n04:28 The Turning Point\n06:12 Confession and Recovery\n07:25 Faith and Ministry Challenges\n16:04 Building Honesty and Safety\n21:59 Building Trust in Relationships\n22:47 The Role of Vulnerability\n25:00 Achieving Intimacy\n26:31 The Journey of Healing\n29:20 Steps to Rebuild Trust\n37:48 The Importance of Self-Regulation\n39:57 Resources and Support for Couples","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/xBq0be7ZF-X6TyZj47iS9o16I19puDtXlnLtw6sBN1s/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/Lzk5NTgvMTcwNTEy/MjA3Ny1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}